Safety is clearly becoming the new standard, and car manufacturers are including safety features like crash avoidance, backup cameras, and blind-spot detection as standard features in their new models. However, it shouldn’t just be the manufacturers who are pioneering the cause. So are insurers taking the same initiative? Since safety features help reduce the frequency of accidents, drivers with safer cars should be rewarded with discounts, right?

Whether you’re looking for economy or luxury, here’s a look at seven of the safest carsandtrucks that can help keep your premiums low when you insure with Elephant:

1. SubaruImpreza

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Like many models in the Subaru family, theImprezais a top safety pick for the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). It gets a ‘good’ rating on all portions of the vehicle forcrash-worthinessand a superior rating fromIIHSfor front crash prevention, so whether you’re avoiding trouble on the road or end up in an accident, everyone inside is well protected. Specific safety features includeEyeSightDriver Assist technology, which optimizes cruise control and sounds an alarm if you travel outside of your lane, as well as Pre-Collision Braking, blind-spot detectionanda rear cross-traffic alert. The Impreza offers an all-in-one safety package that won’t break your budget, either.

2. Subaru Outback

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TheIIHSgives the Outback similar ratings as theImpreza and it comes with all the same safety and driving features, making it a great choice if you just need a bit more room, especially in the trunk. Like all Subaru models, the Outback comes standard with all-wheel drive capability, so it’s also safer off road or in wintry or wetconditions. Just like the Impreza, the Outback is built to prevent accidents, or lessen the severity of one.

3. Toyota Camry

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Another topIIHSsafety pick, the Camry scores a G or a G plus rating forcrash-worthiness. It’s also equipped with Toyota’s Star Safety System, which includes electronic brake-force distribution, anti-lock brakes, brake assist, stability control, and Smart Stop Technology. That all helps you keep the sedan on the road and you and your passengers safe. With 10 airbags, 3-point seat belts and LATCH options for child safety seats, everyone in the vehicle can remain secure.

4. BMW 5 Series

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Here’s anotherIIHStop pick when it comes to safety, and it scores almost as well as the first three vehicles on this list. The only exception is that the BMW 5 Series only garners an A for acceptable when it comes to child seat anchor ease of use, which isn’t surprising for a luxury vehicle. Some of the safety features on this car include brake assist, daytime running lights, night vision, traction control, blind spot monitoring and lane departure warnings.

5. Honda CR-V

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The Honda CR-V gets a G rating from theIIHS forcrashworthinessand front crash prevention, though it’s headlights only garner an acceptable rating. This car is great for a growing family, and the CR-V’s all-wheel drive does help keep you stable on the road. Honda Sensing also supports drivers with intelligent road departure, collision mitigation and lane keeping systems.

6. Toyota Highlander

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The Highlander scores a G rating from theIIHS on all major components except for its headlights, which get anacceptable. Like the Camry, it comes equipped with Toyota’s Star Safety system, which includes six active features to help keep you in control of the vehicle. Smart Stop Technology helps you avoid crashes when possible, and the enhanced vehicle stability control makes it easier for drivers to safely command this robust SUV.

7. HondaRidgeline

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With the exception of ease-of-use for child seat anchors, the HondaRidgelinescores a G on the 2018IIHS safety feature report.LaneWatch, collision warning and avoidance systems and adaptive cruise control are just some of the safety features that come standard on this truck, and you can opt for four-wheel drive for added security if you plan on driving in rugged conditions.

Investing in a vehicle with top safety features and opting foradd-ons, such as backup cameras, not only protects you when you’re commuting to work or driving with your family, but as an Elephant policyholder, it helps save on your premium. We believe that safe choices deserve an award, so we do that by passing on discounts on your insurance policy.

This article is intended for informational purposes only. It does not replace or modify the information contained in your insurance policy.